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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Shabnoor Irshad

Giant 15ft python named after Jodie Foster becomes first snake to receive pioneering cancer treatment

A 15-foot python named after Hollywood star Jodie Foster has made a full recovery after becoming what is believed to be the first snake in the world to receive a pioneering cancer treatment usually used in humans.

The 50kg reticulated python who came to Chester Zoo 20 years ago, underwent electrochemotherapy after a cancerous tumour returned following surgery and began invading her jawbone.

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